modifies

verb

Definition of modifiesnext
present tense third-person singular of modify
1
as in alters
to limit the meaning of (as a noun) adjectives are words that modify nouns, while adverbs can modify adjectives and verbs

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2
as in changes
to make different in some way he modified the appliance so that it would run more quietly

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  1. alters
  2. qualifies
  3. transforms
Verb
  • The disease alters the structure of hemoglobin, the molecule in red blood cells that delivers oxygen to organs and tissue throughout the body.
    Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
  • This word suggests a fundamental change that alters the very nature of something, but writers often use it to talk about modest improvements or routine updates.
    Renae Gregoire, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of alters
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  • Though the brand calls it a balm, its lightweight, lotion-y formula qualifies more as a cuticle cream, and its skin-buffing massage tip takes its flake-reducing formula to the next level.
    Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 6 Dec. 2024
  • According to the study, 80% of the world’s working population qualifies as frontline.
    Mark C. Perna, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of qualifies
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  • Over the years, their home transforms from a quant bungalow to a sprawling mansion.
    Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This gorgeous cleanser transforms from a rich balm to a silky milk once water is added.
    Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of transforms
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